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ORDINANCE NO. !:/2_
SERIES OF 2016
BY AUTHORITY
COUNCIL BILL NO. 45
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER MARTINEZ
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL MEMORANDUM OF
AGREEMENT WITH THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND
ENVIRONMENT AND THE CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO IMPLEMENTING THE
COLORADO ENVIRONMENT AL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, C.R.S 29-1-203 as well as Article XIV §18(2) of the Colorado Constitution
encourage governmental entities to make efficient and effective use of their powers and
responsibilities through cooperation and the execution of intergovernmental agreements; and
WHEREAS, the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program (ELP) is a voluntary program
that encourages and rewards superior environmental performers that go beyond the requirements
of environmental regulations and move toward the goal of sustainability; and
WHEREAS, the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program is open to all Colorado
business, industries, offices, educational institutions, municipalities, government agencies,
community, not-for-profit and other organizations; and
WHEREAS, the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant submitted an application
to the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program and has obtained admission as a Silver
Partner into the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program; and
WHEREAS, the passage of this Ordinance authorizes the intergovernmental Memorandum of
Agreement between the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and
Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant concerning participation in the Colorado
Environmental Leadership Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, THAT:
Section l. The City Council of the City of Englewood, Colorado hereby authorizes the
Memorandum of Agreement between the Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment and the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant concern ing participation
in the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program, attached hereto as "Exhibit A".
Introduced, read in full, and passed on first reading on the 7th day of November, 2016.
Published by Title as a Bill for an Ordinance in the City's official newspaper on the 10th day of
November, 2016 .
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Published as a Bill for an Ordinance on the City's official website beginning on the 9th day of •
November, 2016 for thirty (30) days.
Read by title and passed on final reading on the 21st day of November, 2016.
Published by title in the City's official newspaper as Ordinance No.~ Series of 2016, on
the 24th day of November, 2016.
Published by title on the City's official website beginning on the 23rd day of
November, 2016 for thirty (30) days.
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I, Loucrishia A. Ellis, City Clerk of the City of Englewood, Colorado, hereby certify that the
above and foregoing is;}J?e copy of the Ordinance passed on final reading and published by
title as Ordinance No. ZC, Series of 2016. ~ 6' •
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COLORADO
Environmental
Leadership Program
Mf.MORANDUM OF AGREf.MENT
Between
THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
And
LITTLETON/ENGLEWOOD WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
Concerning
PARTICIPATION IN THE
COLORADO ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
I. The Colorado Environmental Leadership Program (program) is a voluntary program that
provides the regulated environmental community with incentives to go beyond basic
compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Applicants must meet all
program requirements to obtain admission into the program.
II. Acceptance f nto the program renders the participant eligible for various incentives set
forth in department policy; however, the program does not guarantee to the
participant all the incentives listed in the policy.
Ill • By entering into this Memorandum of Agreement (agreement), the department
recognizes that the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant has met all of
the application requirements of the program.
IV. By entering into this agreement, the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant
agrees to abide by the requirements for participating in the program and to any
commitments made to the department during the application negotiation process.
V. This agreement shall expire three years from the date of Issuance.
Date of issuance: August 31, 2016
Executive Director and Chief Medical Officer
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
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Dennis W. Stowe
Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant
4300 Cheny Creek Drive S., Denver, CO 80246·1530 P lOl-692-2000 www.colorado.gov/cdphe
John W. Hlckenlooper, Governor i Larry Wolk, MD, MSPH, Executive Directer and Chier Medical Officer
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COLORADO ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM HANDBOOK
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1.0 Purpose 1
2.0 Definitions 2
3.0 Eligibility Requirements 5
4.0 Requirements for Supporting Role 7
5.0 Application and/or Nomination to the ELP Process 7
6.0 Retention, Probation and Termination of Designation/Benefits 10
7.0 Probation or Termination of Program Tier Designation and Benefits 12
8 .0 ELP Benefits 12
Appendix A -Environmental Management System (EMS) Requirements 14
Appen~ix B -Incentives Table 21
Website: https: / /www.colorado.gov/ pacific/ cdphe/ environmental-leadership-program
Phone: 303-692-34n
Email: Lynette.Myers@state.co.us
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1.0 PURPOSE
The Environmental Leadership Program {ELP) is a voluntary program that encourages and rewards su-
perior environmental performers that go beyond the requirements of environmental regulations and
move toward the goal of sustainability. The program is open to all Colorado businesses, industries,
offices, educational institutions, municipalities, government agencies, community, not-for-profit and
other organizations. Currently, the program consists of three tiers, Bronze, Silver and Gold.
The purpose of this document, The Colorado Environmental Leadership Program {ELP) Handbook, is to
provide a central reference for policies and procedures associated with Colorado's ELP. The Hand-
book summarizes information on current aspects of program implementation, including eligibility re-
quirements and member incentives. To further clarify and interpret program criteria, guidance infor-
mation is also provided and clearly marked as "guidance". The Handbook is a perennial "working
document" that will be maintained primarily in electronic form so that program updates can be incor-
porated into it quickly and frequently.
2.0 DEFINITIONS
As used in this document, unless otherwise specified or the context otherwise requires, the following
definitions are provided:
1. Advisor -any entity that at a minimum complies with the mandatory elements in•
eluded in this document and has been so designated by the department as an Advisor
to the ELP.
2. Advocate -any entity that at a minimum complies with the mandatory elements in-
cluded in this document and has been so designated by the department as an Advo-
cate of the ELP.
3. Applicable environmental requirements • the federal and state environmental stat-
utes, regulations and policies applicable to the entity.
4. Aspects -those processes, products and activities over which an entity has control
and that can or has the potential to positively or negatively interact with the environ-
ment.
5. Auditor -a person that is qualified to conduct an EMS audit at the facility. Auditors
can be internal or external auditors. An internal auditor is a person that is employed
at the facility being audited and Is qualified, as determined by the facility, to con-
duct an EMS audit at the facility; an external auditor is a person that is not employed
at the facility being audited and is qualified, as determined by the department, to
audit for conformance of the EMS to the criteria set forth in this document.
6. Bronze Tier -an Environmental Achiever or the entry-level tier of the ELP .
7. Department -the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
8. Entity • any facility of a corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship, municipality,
county, city, city and county, special district, educational institution, not•for•profit,
or state or federal department or agency located and doing business in Colorado.
9. Environmental Achiever -a Bronze Tier designation under the ELP designed to rec-
ognize entities that have made significant achievements in improving the environ-
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10. Environmental Leader• any entity that at a minimum complies with the mandatory
elements included in this document and has been so designated by the department to
the Gold Tier of the ELP .
11. Environmental Leadership Program (ELP)-the bronze, silver, gold tiers of the de-
partment's recognition and reward program.
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12. Environmental management system (EMS)• part of an overall management system that
identifies and addresses environmental concerns through the allocation of resources, as-
signment of responsibilities and ongoing evaluation of practices, processes and procedures
to achieve sound enVironmental performance.
13. Environmental management system audit -a systematic, independent, and documented
verification process, conducted by an EMS auditor, which objectively obtains and evaluates
evidence to determine whether an entity's EMS conforms to the requirements of an EMS as
defined in this document.
14. Environmental Partner -any entity that at a minimum complies with the mandatory ele-
ments included in this document and has been designated by the department to the Silver
Tier of the ELP.
15. Environmental Steward -any entity that at a minimum complies with the mandatory ele-
ments included in this document and has been designated by the department to the Plati-
num Tier of the ELP.
16. Executive Director -the executive director of the Colorado Department of Public Health ft
EnVironment.
17. Facility -all contiguous property, land and structures under the control of the owner or
operator and used for a designated purpose.
18. Gold Tier -an Environmental Leader of the ELP.
19. Impacts -positive or negative changes that occur in the environment as a result of the as-
pects.
20. Objectives -overall environmental goals set by the entity to mitigate impacts and lead to
improved environmental performance .
21. Pollution prevention -eliminating or minimizing the initial generation of waste at the
source or using environmentally sound on-site and off-site reuse or recycling. Waste treat-
ment, release or disposal is not considered pollution prevention.
22. Program tiers· the Bronze, Silver, and Gold tiers of the ELP.
23. Responsible official · an individual who has the authority to sign and certify on behalf of
an applicant to the ELP the truth, accuracy and completeness of the application or compli-
ance forms.
24. Serious violation -a violation that is prone to cause significant impact to human health or
to the environment, which may include, but is not limited to: violation of a consent order;
failure to obtain a permit or license; a knowing violation; failure to respond to official re-
quest for information; or multiple (environmental) violations. A conviction for criminal
violations or under investigation for criminal violations of applicable environmental laws,
or out-of •court settlements of formal charges, including falsely certifying compliance and
knowing violations; or an on-going EPA or state-initiated litigation.
25. Significant environmental achievement -a meaningful improvement in the environment
by implementing an operational change, product replacement, new technology, business
practice or other innovative measure that results in an improvement to air quality, water
quality, a reduction in water use, solid or hazardous waste generated, energy usage, pol-
lution prevention, an Energy Star certification, etc.
26 . Significant impacts · the impacts as determined by an entity that could cause significant
changes in the environment or cause harm to public health .
27 . Silver Tier -an Environmental Partner of the ELP.
28 . Substantial compliance -an entity is committed to maintaining compliance with applica-
ble state and federal environmental regulations, as necessary, to qualify for the ELP.
29. Supporting role -participation in the ELP either as an Advisor or an Advocate.
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30 . Targets· specific goals that are set to meet the objectives.
31. Waste • any material or other resource that is not incorporated Into a product, such
as surplus, obsolete, off-specification, contaminated or unused material and in-
cludes any of the following: air emissions, water discharges, hazardous waste and
solid waste.
3.0 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Requirements for Program Tf er Status
Those entities that operate in Colorado and voluntarily seek or agree to designation in one of the pro-
gram tiers must meet the compliance and beyond -compliance eligibility requirements below.
1. Complfance-Related Requirements
Compliance-related eligibility requirements for an entity that voluntarily seeks or
agrees to designation at one of the program tiers of the Environmental leadership Pro-
gram can be found in below .
Requirement Period of Time
Bronze Silver Gold
An entity may not be eligible to participate in the program if • • •
there has been a pattern of regulatory or permit vfolations, no-
tices of violation, civil penalties and/or criminal penalties and
significant compliance advisories (or informal enforcement ac-
tions) that indicate a lack of commitment to environmental
leadership.
Evidence of no serious violations of applicable local, state and One One Three
federal environmental laws and pennits for a period of time year year years immediately prior to the date of submission of the application
for participation in the program.
No conviction of environmental laws or out-of-court settlements Two Two Five of formal charges of criminal violations within a period of time years years years before filing the application.
No settlement agreement has been entered into and no complf-One One Three
ance or consent order has been issued for serious violations of year year years environmental laws and permits for a period of time immedf•
atety prior to the date of submission of the application for par-
tfdpation in the program.
Any entity that applies for the program and is part of a corpora-N/A NIA At time
tion, partnership, sole proprietorship, municipality, county, city of appli-and county, special district, or state or federal agency or de-cation
partment that has other Colorado facilities may not be eligible
for the program unless all of the said Colorado facilities are in
compliance with applicable local, state and federal environ-
mental laws and regulations. This provision wilt be looked at on
a case-by-case basis .
•compliance history and the evaluation of commitment to the environment will be de-
termined on a case-by-case basis by ELP and Department environmental staff and man•
agement.
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2. Beyond-Compliance Requirements
In addition to the compliance•related requirements, there are beyond-compliance require·
men ts for each of the program tiers. These requirements are described below.
A. Bronze Achiever
An entity is nominated to the Bronze Tier of the ELP for making a significant achieve•
ment(s) in improving the environment of Colorado. The areas of achievement, which
must be beyond compliance, may include one or more of the following:
• Improvement in air quality;
• Improvement in water quality;
• Reducing water usage;
• Reducing energy use (e.g. an Energy Star achievement);
• Solid and/or hazardous waste reductions;
• Implementing pollution prevention actions;
• Land use improvements or protection;
• Environmental education, outreach or mentoring; and/or,
• Other innovative measures which benefit the environment.
B. Silver Partner
An entity applying to the Silver Tier of the ELP must commit to develop and implement
an environmental management system (EMS) within an agreed upon timeframe, not to
exceed three years, in addition to meeting the requirements for "beyond-compliance"
activities and programs.
Certain milestones (at a minimum) must be met to remain in the program, however, an
entity has the opportunity to apply to the Gold Tier sooner if they meet the following
requirements:
(NOTE: Not all requirements may apply and will be determined on a case-by-case basis).
• By the end of year one the entity must, at a minimum, demonstrate "in process"
EMS implementation steps beyond that of the time of applying to the program.
• By the end of year two, the entity must, at a minimum, have in process additional
portions of an EMS beyond that of the first year.
• By the end of year three, the entity must have a fully functional EMS, conducted a
third party audit and comply with all the requirements listed in Appendix A. At such
time, an entity may apply directly to the Gold Tier.
NOTE: A Silver Level company may apply to the Gold level before the three year time-
line should it meet the criteria requirements of the Gold level.
C. Gold Leader
To qualify for designation as a Gold Leader, an entity MUST:
• Have in place a fully operational, facility-specific EMS.
• Have completed at least one full cycle of an EMS that conforms to the criteria set
forth in Appendix A (a full cycle includes planning, implementation and operation,
checking and management review).
• Have completed both an EMS and internal compliance audit.
• Have completed a third -party assessment of the EMS. (Third-party assessments may
be performed by a lead auditor in your parent company or by an independent audi·
tor, but not by individuals who played a substantive role in developing the EMS for
the facility).
• Provide a summary, on-site review or some other documentation of an entity's EMS
that demonstrates achievement of the criteria set forth in (Appendix A) .
• Demonstrate "Past Achievements" in order to show commitment to improving envi-
ronmental performance. In general, small entities (50 employees or less) will be
asked to demonstrate one Past Achievement, and large entities four.
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• Set continual environmental improvement goals "Future Commitments" as the
means to achieve environmental excellence. Future Commitments should be
based on a sound systematic approach to environmental decision-making and
goal setting, supported by measurable results. The number of Future commit-
ments an entity must set depends on the size of the entity as determined by the
department. In general, small entities will be asked to set two continual im-
provement goals and large entities four goals.
Guidance:
Continual environmental improvement goals should promote the following: (1) the
elimination or reduction of waste at the source of generation; (2) redirection of
waste streams for reuse or for substitution of commercial products; (3) environ-
mentally sound on-site and off-s;te recycling programs; and, (4) beyond compliance
actfvitf es and programs. Other goals may include attending or sponsoring environ-
mental workshops, developing case studies, establfshing pollution prevention net-
works with suppliers or providing the department with pollution prevention infor-
mation for possible publication or dissemination. Aspects are chosen by the facil-
ity. Commitment for improvement should relate to the significant environmental
aspects identi /fed in the EMS and should take i nta account local environmental pri·
orities and pollution prevention opportunities.
Optional activities or programs that qualify far continual environmental im-
provement can include participating in mentoring opportunities with other compa·
nies or organizations such as providing technical assistance and exchanging innova-
tive technologies, attending or sponsoring workshops and developing case studies.
4.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPORTING ROLE
The supporting role in the ELP is designed to enhance and complement the overall program. Those
entities that operate in Colorado and agree to participate in a supplementary role as an Advocate or
Advisor must meet the requirements outlined below.
1. Advisor
This section applies to an individual or group that acts in an advisory capacity and
assists in shaping the future of the ELP. Examples of existing or expected advisory
capacities follow:
• Pollution Prevention Advisory Board
• Colorado Environmental Partnership (CEP)
• Internal Advisory Panel
The Internal Advisory Panel consists of representative(s) from each of the envl•
ronmental divisions (Air Quality Control, Consumer Protection, Hazardous Materi-
als and Waste Management, Water Quality Control) at the department.
• External Advisory Panel
The External Advisory Panel consists of current ELP Members.
2. Advocate
This section applies to an individual or group that promotes and supports the ELP In a
variety of ways. For example, an Advocate may be a consulting firm that provides a
free training sessf on to our members or a trade association that encourages nomina-
tions and applications to the program or even a company that provides in-kind or fi-
nancial contributions for the annual fall recognition event.
5.0 NOMINATION and/or APPLICATION TO THE ELP
The program tiers are open to all Colorado businesses, industries, offices, educational institutions,
municipalities, government agencies, community, not-for-profit and other organizations. An entity
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wishing to apply for designation in the Environmental Leadership Program shall follow the procedures
set forth in this document.
1. Application and/or Nomination Form Submission Information
There are currently three tiers of the ELP for which entities may apply: Bronze Achiever,
Silver Partner and Gold Leader. To determine which of the existing program tiers ls the
best fit for your entity, see Section 3.0. Applicants are encouraged to submit forms elec-
tronically. Applications and nomination forms should be sent to lynette.myers@state.co.us
A. Bronze Achf ever
Nominations of candidates to the Bronze Tier of the program may be made by a
prospective recipient, state or local inspectors or others with knowledge of the
environmental achievement of the business or entity. The Bronze Nomination
forms are accepted throughout the year. In order to be recognized in the current
year at the fall awards event must complete and submit nominations by June 30th
each year.
B. Silver Partner
To join the program at the Silver Tier, complete a Silver Environmental Leader-
ship Application. Silver Partner Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Entities wishing to be recognized in the current year at the fall awards event
must complete and submit the application by June Jot" of each year.
C. Gold Leader
To join the program at the Gold Tier, complete a Gold Environmental Leadership
Application. (Application instructions are provided separately.) Gold Leader Ap-
plications are accepted throughout the year, but applications are only processed
once per year. Entities wishing to be recognized in the current year at the fall
awards event must complete and submit applications by June 30th each year.
2. Nomination and/or Application Form Review Process
The schedule for nomination and application form submittal and the review process for
acceptance Into the ELP Is discussed below. The timelines outlined in this document are
subject to change due to timeliness of expected responses, availability of department
resources and other unforeseen circumstances. A person operating an entity in Colorado
may reapply for consideration into the ELP at any time.
A. Bronze Achiever
1. Nomination Submittal
Nominations may be submitted at any time. Those organizations wishing to be
recognized in the current year at the fall awards event must complete and
submit nominations by June 30th of each year.
2. Nomination Receipt
The department will contact the nominator (not the nominee) to acknowledge
receipt and to provide a timeline for processing.
3. Nomination Internal Processing
During the processing period, the department shall:
• Review the nomination for completeness and request additional informa-
tion as needed;
• Conduct a compliance review of the nominee;
• Consult with the advisory panel(s) on any nomination as necessary;
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• If required, request that the internal/external advisory panel(s) pro-
vide a recommendation for approval or denial of the nomination to
the executive director of the department.
4. Acceptance Process
The department will make a determination of acceptance or denial:
If the department approves a nomination, a letter of acceptance will be
sent to the nominator and nominee. If however, the nomination is de•
nied, at a minimum, the nominator will be notified of the decision.
5. Incentive Rewards for Nominated Members
Bronze Achiever recipients are eligible for the incentives listed in Appen-
dix B (Environmental Leadership Program Incentives Table), for an entire
year following receipt of the award.
B. Silver Partner
1. Application Submittal
Applications may be submitted at any time. Those organizations wishing
to be recognized in the current year at the fall awards event must com-
plete and submit nominations by June 3(1-h of each year.
2. Application Internal Processing
■ The department will contact the applicant of receiving an application
to acknowledge receipt and to provide a timeline for processing the
application.
• The department will complete an initial review of the application to
ensure completeness of application. The department will contact the
applicant to request additional Information if necessary.
■ The department will conduct an envfronmental compliance review af-
ter the June Joth deadline once all applications have been received.
■ The department will schedule a site visit, if necessary, upon receipt of
a complete application.
Guidance: During the application review process the department will con-
duct a compliance review of each applicant and/ or nomination to the ELP.
The compliance review will include consulting available databases and
enforcement sources including the EPA and local health departments to
obtain compliance information. Prior to applying to the ELP, applicants
are encouraged to assess their own compliance record.
3, Acceptance Process
The department will make a determination of acceptance or denial:
Within 90 days of the June 3(1-h deadline date and review of a complete
application the department will notify the applicant, in writing, of the
approval or denial of the applicant into the ELP.
4. Incentive Rewards for Nominated Members
Silver Partner recipients are eligible for the incentives listed in Appendix
B (Environmental Leadership Program Incentives Table), for three years
following receipt of the Silver Status or until Gold Leader Membership is
achieved (whichever comes first). ·
C. Gold Leader
1. Application Internal Processing
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• The department will contact the applicant of receiving an application to ac-
knowledge receipt and to provide a timeline for processing the application.
• The department will complete an initial review of the application to ensure
completeness of appl1cation.
• The department will contact the applicant to request additional information
if necessary.
• The department will conduct an environmental compl1ance review after the
June 30th deadline once all applications have been received.
• The department will schedule a site visitt if necessary within 60 days of the
June 30th deadline date.
Guidance: During the applfcation review process the department will conduct a
compliance review of each applicant and/ or nomination to the ELP. The com-
pliance review will include consulting available databases and enforcement
sources including the EPA and local health departments to obtain compliance
information. Prior to applying to the ELP, applicants are encouraged to assess
their own compliance record.
2. Public Comment Period
• The department will initiate a public comment period within 60 days of the
June 30th deadline date.
• As a Gold Leader candidatet the application and all related documentation
will be made available for public review for a period of not less than 30
days. Public review, at a minimum, will include: posting a notice on the
department's Internet site. The public notice will allow for comments to be
made to the department.
• The department will notify the applicant of all comments received. The
documentation provided for public review includes a copy of the applicant's
environmental policy.
• Following close of the public comment periodt the department will advise
the applicant of any significant comment(s) that could impact eligibility.
3. Approval or Denial
• Once significant comment(s) have been sufficiently addressed, the Adminis-
trator will provi de a recommendation for approval or denial of the applica-
tion to the executive director of the department.
• Within 90 days of the June J(jh deadline of the application the department
will notify the applicant, in writing, of the approval or denial of the appli-
cant into the ELP.
• There is no formal appeal of the executive director's final eligibility deci-
sion .
4. Incentive Rewards for Nominated Members
Gold Leader recipients are eligible for the incentives listed in Appendix B
(Environmental Leadersh i p Program Incentives Table), for the three year/
recognition period.
6.0 RETENTION AND RENEWAL OF PROGRAM TIER DESIGNATION AND BENEFIT
1. Requirements for Program Tier Status
The requirements to retain a program tier status in the ELP are described below. If require-
ments are not met, probation or termination of a member's status and incentives may result.
(Refer to "7.0 Probation or Termination of Program Tier Designation and Benefits").
2 . Tier-Specific Retention and Renewal Requirements
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In addition to compliance requirements, there are also specific retention and renewal re-
quirements for each tier of the ELP. More information is provided below.
A. Bronze Achiever
• Bronze Achiever awards are honored for at least a one-year period from receipt of
notification of award from the department.
• Bronze Achiever awards are NOT automatically renewed. A nomination form docu-
menting further achievements may be submitted to the department for considera•
tion of a subsequent Bronze Achiever award.
B. Stiver Partner
1. Retention/ Annual Progress Report
Silver Partners are recognized for a maxi mum of three years unless Gold Level
Status is achieved sooner. Silver status shall not exceed three years (see provision
for a request of extension below). To retain status as a Silver Partner, an entity
must:
• Continue to progress implementation of an EMS as required by the Eligibility Re•
quirernents In section 3.0 of this Handbook.
• Non-participation and/or not meeting the required milestones may lead to pro-
bation or termination of a member's designation.
2. Completion of the Silver Partner Requirements
Once all requirements are met within the three-year period (or sooner), Silver Part•
ners may submit a Gold Environmental leadership Program Appltcatfon to the de•
partment to achieve Gold level Status. The application will be treated as a Gold
Leader Application as stated in section 4.0 "Nomination/ Application to the Environ-
mental Leadership Program" of this handbook.
3. Extension of three year Recognition
In the event a Silver Leader Company may need an extension of the three year
maximum status, formal request must be made to the ELP Administrator. Determi-
nations of each request will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Possible requests
for extension may include:
• Regulatory/Compliance "three year dean compliance record concerns";
• Economic/Resources issues for implementing and EMS.
C. Gold Leader
1. Retention/ Annual Progress Report
Gold Leaders are honored for three years and may renew their membership. To
retain status as a Gold Leader, an entity must:
• Continue to maintain and implement an EMS as required by (Appendix A) of this
document. A pattern of non-conformances may lead to probation or termina•
tion of a member's designation.
• Annually report metrics and goals to the ELP in order to track progress towards
continuous improvement goals and explain any unmet goals or changes in com-
mitments.
2. Renewal
On the three year anniversary year, Gold Leaders are required to submit a Gold
Leader Renewal Application, by June 30th of that same year.
3. Change of Ownership
In the case of a change of ownership, the department may consider the environ-
mental record of the new owner in determining whether the criteria in this docu-
ment are met. The department should be notified at least 30 days prior to a
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change of ownership with instructions as to membership status (e.g., remain in program
or terminate membership).
7.0 PROBATION OR TERMINATION OF PROGRAM TIER DESIGNATION AND BENEFITS
1. Environmental Compliance
To retain program tfer status in the ELP, entities must endeavor to maintain substantial
compliance with applicable environmental regulations while in the program. The execu-
tive director of the department may place a member on probation or terminate its ELP
designation for any of the following environmental compliance issues:
• The ELP member has been convicted of a criminal violation of applicable environ•
mental requirements;
• The ELP member has been assessed a significant civil or administrative penalty or dam-
ages for violation(s) of environmental requirements;
• The ELP member has been found by a court of appropriate jurisdiction to have been
responsible for an illegal action that caused substantial endangerment to public health
or to the envf ronment; or,
• The ELP member was found by the executive director to have failed to promptly or
adequately correct and resolve a violation of applicable environmental requirements.
2. ELP Program Compliance
In addition to Environmental Compliance, entities must maintain deadline dates for reten-
tion and renewal requirements. The executive director of the department may place a
member on probation or terminate ELP designation for any of the following ELP Program
compliance issues:
• The ELP member has failed to submit Reports and/or applications as required by the
tier level;
• The ELP member has failed to submit a Renewal Request application as required by the
tier level;
• The ELP member has not completed the above mentioned requirements as appropriate.
3. Probation
The executive director will advise the ELP member of his/her intent to place the ELP
member on probation not less than 30 days before the action occurs. length of probation
and actions required will be determined on a case-by-case basis. There is no formal ap-
peal of the executive director's probation decision.
Possible actions may include:
• Member must refrain from using ELP logo;
• Existing incentives may be restricted or terminated; and
• Requested incentives may be postponed or denied.
4. Termination
ELP status will be terminated at the written request of the entity at any time or if the
member fails to renew its application. In cases other than those listed tn the paragraph
directly above, the executive director will advise the ELP member of intent to terminate
the ELP designation not less than 30 days before the action occurs. Upon termination from
the ELP, the department will terminate or restrict all benefits provided to the former ELP
member, as determined by the executive director.
8.0 ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM BENEFITS
Colorado's ELP members are recognized as entities that inspire and challenge other organizations to
higher levels of environmental performance. The voluntary and substantial commitments that mem-
bers make with respect to environmental protection are recognized and valued commitments to the
state of Colorado. In exchange, the department provides a number of guaranteed and potential
benefits as set forth in department policy (see Appendix B). Entities interested in any of the listed
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potential incentives, or interested in proposing an alternative incentive not Included on the incen•
tives table in (Appendix B), should contact the ELP to determine feasibility and discuss the details of
finalizing an incentlve(s) agreement.
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APPENDIX A
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) REQUIREMENTS
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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) REQUIREMENTS
(Note: This section closely reflects the ISO 14001 (2004) requirements.)
Guidance: There are many models of EMSs. The department considers an EMS to be a flexible system
designed to continually manage and reduce an entity's environmental impact. The complexity of an
EMS can range from simpler and more streamlined for smaller, less complex organizations and busi-
nesses to very comprehensive for larger, more complex entities. Regardless of complexity, all EMSs
must identify and rank the full spectrum of an entity's environmental impacts and all applicable en-
vironmental legal and regulatory obligations. The EMS must be fully supported by and incorporated
into the existing management structure of a company or entity and must be appropriate to the na-
ture, scale and potential environmental impacts of an operation or entity. The department's EMS
framework is similar to ISO 14001, but certification to the international standard is not required by
the department.
1. Environmental Policy
An environmental policy statement should demonstrate a high tier of commitment to environ-
mental management through the establishment of guiding principles. The environmental pol-
icy should be available to the public and be communicated to all employees who work for or
on behalf of the entity. The environmental policy should be appropriate to the nature and
scale of the entity or business and should Include all of the following:
• A commitment to environmental excellence and continual environmental improvement;
• A commitment to pollution prevention;
• Commitment to comply with applicable environmental regulations and other requirements;
and,
• A statement acknowledging the importance of communication with employees and the
public.
Guidance:
The policy statement should be kept brief, appropriate to the scope of the EMS and meaning-
ful to management, employees and to the entity as a whole. A brief description of the busi-
ness or entity may be included in the policy statement. Procedures that convey how fre-
quently a policy will be reviewed, who is responsible for reviewing the policy, how the policy
is communicated to employees and how the policy Will be made available to the public should
also be developed.
2. Planning
2.1 Environmental Aspects -Identification and prioritization of activities and the corre-
sponding aspects that have or can have an impact on the environment.
Guidance:
Identifying environmental aspects and impacts can be one of the most challenging ele•
ments of an EMS. Begin by identifying activities at the facility and the corresponding
environmental aspect resulting from these activities. Include day•to-day operations,
infrequent operations and activities related to potential accidents or emergencf es.
From this analysis the expected or likely environmental Impact can then be identified.
The impacts should be ranked to identify the most significant impacts. The EMS
should include procedures to help Identify both post tive and negative actual or poten-
tial environmental impacts and to ensure that the impacts and opportunities for envi-
ronmental improvement are considered to determine significance and set environ-
mental objectives.
From the comprehensive list of environmental impacts, the next step is to develop the
criteria that will be used to determine the significance of each impact. This step iden-
tifies the aspects of an entity's operations that have or can have significant impacts on
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Guidance:
The sign# ffcant impacts wtll be used to develop other elements of the EMS in-
cluding: setting environmental objectives and targets; developing operational proce-
dures; training employees; and, establishing monitoring and measuring programs. A
consistent methodology that includes criteria such as any related legal requirements,
the likelihood of occurrence, the frequency, intensity, duration and offensiveness, or
concerns of interested parties or the community of potential or real environmental
impacts, should be considered. Once criteria are selected, a procedure to rank or
score the criteria should be developed. The ranking can be numerical or based on a
rating of high, medium or low. Regardless of the ranking or scoring system selected,
it is important that each environmental impact is analyzed In a consistent way to de-
velop a sound evaluation process
Legal and other Requirements -A list of legal and other requirements should include
all applicable environmental federal, state and local requirements related to its envl·
ronmental aspects, including all applicable environmental permits and the terms and
conditions contained therein. Company-specific requirements or other external re-
quirements (e.g., community, customer, shareholders, etc.) should also be included
with this list. An entity must also determine how these requirements apply to its envi-
ronmental aspects.
Guidance:
Identifying and keeping up-to-date with legal and other requirements is important to
the implementation and continued improvement of the EMS. A procedure should be
developed to describe how to identify any environmental requirements that are appli·
cable to the scope of the EMS . Consider federal, state and local requirements as well
as all environmental permits, industrial codes of practice, agreements and non•
regulatory guidelines. Tables that list regulatory and other requirements, Including
recordkeeping requirements and external regulatory inspections are helpful in track-
ing and keeping up-to-date with legal and other requirements.
Objectives and Targets -The EMS should include objectives and targets to help ad-
dress environmental impacts in a definitive, systematic way. The target is a detailed
performance requirement that supports a specific objective. Objectives and targets
are often combined together into one procedure in the environmental management
program. Each objective should be realistic, quantitative and measurable.
Guidance:
When establishing objectives, consider the following: significant aspects; the environ-
mental policy; legal and other requirements; technological options; pollution preven-
tion opportunities; financial, operational and business requirements; and views of in-
terested parties and/ or the surrounding community.
Environmental Management Program(s) -An environmental management program is
a systematic way of managing environmental objectives and targets. The program
should focus on continual improvement and address significant impacts of an entity's
activities. The program should include a list of roles and responsibilities for implemen•
tation, maintenance and control of the EMS.
Guidance:
An action plan should be developed for achieving compliance and meeting objectives
and targets. The action plan should define the steps that will be taken to achieve
each stated objective and target, include who is responsible for meeting the target,
the timeline for achieving milestones and the target date for completion.
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3. Implementation and Operation
3.1 Structure and Responsibility -An EMS must define structure and responsibility. This
element defines and documents roles and responsibilities for your entity . These roles
and responsibilities must be clearly communicated to appropriate personnel.
Guidance:
Identify all personnel responsible for activities that could have an impact on the envi-
ronment. The EMS should document roles, titles and responsibilities. The personnel
responsible for serving as management for purposes of reviewing the EMS should also
be included in this list.
3. 2 Training, Awareness and Competence -Successful implementation of an EMS is de-
pendent on a program that includes employee and supply chain training and aware-
ness. Training is needed when the EMS is first implemented; new employees are hired;
employee responsibilities change; procedures change; new processes or equipment is
installed; suppliers are brought on-site, or new regulations are put in place. The EMS
should include procedures that establish and maintain environmental training needs for
all employees and subcontractors who have responsibility or authority over activities
that have significant environmental impact or the potential for significant environ-
mental impact.
Guidance:
Employees (and suppliers) should be trained on relevant elements of an EMS. Training
should include information on the environmental policy, the significant environmental
aspects of their activities and related work instructions, objectives and targets, their
EMS roles and responsibilities, the emergency action plan and other pertinent infor-
mation related to the EMS. The EMS should identify and track the training needs of
each employee (within the scope of the EMS). If questioned in the field, employees
should be able to demonstrate competency about the EMS and their environmental
responsibilities.
3.3 Communication• The EMS must include a communication plan for internal communi-
cation and external community outreach and communf cation. Both a process and
procedures for communf eating information on environmental issues and the EMS to em-
ployees and with the public, including the local community and interested groups,
should be developed.
Guidance:
Environmental leaders should maintain a community outreach and communications plan
to effectively communicate the environmental impact, objectives and targets of your
business or entity and to address the community's perceptions and reactions to this
information. Public communication and outreach activities can vary across facilities
depending on the size, setting, type of operation or other sensitivities. At a minimum,
public communication and outreach plans should include procedures for: (1) identifying
and responding to community concerns; (2) informing the community of important mat•
ters that might or do effect it; and, (3) reporting on the facility's environmental policy,
EMS and performance commitments. Other communication efforts might include rais•
ing environmental awareness In the community, providing or assisting with training,
education or incentive methods that focus on environmental improvement and excel-
lence in the community. Active communication with employees and the community
help to convey: what an EMS is; what management's commitments are with respect to
environmental Issues; the benefit(s) an EMS brings to the business or entity; and pro-
gress in meeting objectives and targets. Communication plans and techniques will vary
for each company or entity.
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3.4 Environmental Management System Documentation -The EMS documentation
element ts designed ta ensure that entities create and maintain documents in a
manner sufficient to implement the EMS. Documentation can be maintained in
paper or electronic farm.
3.5
Guidance:
The EMS documentation requirement can be met by development of an EMS
manual. The manual should detail the overall structure of the EMS and ensure
that the EMS is understood and operating as designed. EMS procedures should
be either referenced, but not included in the manual, or incorporated consis-
tently into the manual. Written procedures are not required for all elements
of the EMS. A separate procedures document from the manual is a cleaner and
clearer approach. The following diagram depicts a common document hierar-
chy.
Polley
EMS Manual
Procedures
Work Instructions
Records
Document Control• Controlling documents is another important element of an
EMS. An established document control process helps to track progress and im-
provements. A procedure that describes how documents will be controlled and
identifies personnel responsible for controlling EMS documentations should be
included in the EMS.
Guidance:
Keep the document control process simple and within easy access. Creating a
master EMS document list may be helpful. Documents should be periodically
reviewed and revised as necessary. Original documents should be dated and
identified as the most recent version. Current versions of essential documents
should be available at all locations as appropriate. One way to track docu-
ments is to use headers with pertinent tracking information. Obsolete docu -
ments should be removed from the working files, but retained when necessary
far legal and or historical record keeping purposes. Reasonable precautf ons
should be taken to protect original documents from damage , loss or other acci-
dental events, such as fire or flood. Controlled documents include: the envi-
ronmental policy; related procedures; and, records and farms used to imple-
ment and track the EMS.
3.6 Operational Control -Operation and maintenance programs for equ i pment and
other activities that are related to legal compliance and achieving the objec-
tives and targets in the EMS should be included as part of the EMS.
3.7 Emergency Preparedness and Response -It is important to identify the poten•
tial for and how to respond to accidents and emergency situation of environ-
mental aspects .
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Guidance:
The outcome should result in having documented procedures/instructtons in place for
emergency type situations. They should be easy to reference and use, and all effected
personnel understand how to react in emergency situations. It is important to include
prevention and mitigation of environmental aspects of potential accidents and emer-
gencies. Should an emergency situation arise, it is important to revtew and revise pro-
cedures as applicable after the situation is controlled to ensure they are complete and
accurate.
4. Checking and Corrective Action
4.1 Monitoring and Measurement -Establish and maintain specific measurable metrics
and/or goals to monitor progress toward achieving and obtaining goals. This data will
be used to validate and support EMS efforts within the department and for other Envi-
ronmental Stewardship Program needs (i.e., publications, presentations and information
dissemination).
Guidance:
The outcomes must be measurable and should be linked to the environmental policy,
objectives and targets of a company or entity. Measurable goals might include: quan-
tity of air pollution reduced or mitigated; quantity of water pollution reduced or miti-
gated; quantity of hazardous and solid waste reduced or mitigated; quantity of water
and energy use reductions; and, reduction In risk to employees and the community. For
example, environmental performance might be reported in solid waste reduction in
tons per year; hazardous pollutants (air, water, or waste) in pounds per year; water
use reduction in gallons per year; energy use reduction in kWh per year; and, air pollut-
ant reductions (CO2, PM, and VOCs) in tons or pounds per year. Other measures might
include pollution prevention performance information and community involvement
measures such as increased reporting to the community through public reports (i.e.,
sustainability or environmental reports), and community involvement in identifying
goals of facility. ·
4.1. 2 A program should also be in place for ensuring equipment used for monitoring
and measuring environmental conditions is calibrated according to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
4. 2 Nonconformance and corrective and preventive action -Establish and maintain proce-
dures for investigating and correcting rionconformance .
Guidance:
Identify the cause of the nonconfonnance. Implement the necessary corrective action.
Implement and/or modify controls necessary to avoid repetition of the nonconfor-
mance. Record any changes in written procedures resulting from the corrective action
4. 3 Records -Establish and maintain procedures to provide and require records to be kept.
Guidance:
Records should be identified, maintained and show disposition by determining reten•
tion times. Records should be easily retrievable, legible and traceable.
4.4 Environmental Management System Audit -Procedures to provide for regular self·
initiated regulatory compliance and EMS (systems) audits must be included in the EMS.
Both internal and external or third party audits should be conducted on a regular basis .
Effective mechanisms (procedures) should be in place to assess compliance with envi-
ronmental laws; assess conformance with the procedures and systems of the EMS; assure
that effective mechanisms are In place to promptly and adequately respond to and ad•
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EMS.
Guidance:
The entire EMS needs to be audited periodically to identify any inconsistencies between
your EMS requirements and actual practices and measurements. An audit ts an impor-
tant tool to determine if your EMS is being properly maintained and implemented. Au-
dits will help to identify and resolve EMS deficiencies and can be used to assess regula-
tory compliance and to update environmental and legal requirements in the EMS. As a
rule of thumb, all parts of the EMS and compliance related issues should be audited at
least once each year. To be effective, the EMS should include: (1) audit procedures and
protocols that are specific to your company and operations; (2) a schedule of appropri-
ate audit frequencies; (3) auditor training; and, (4) appropriate audit records. The in-
ternal and external EMS auditors should be trained in auditing techniques and manage-
ment system concepts. Auditors should also be objective, knowledgeable of the appli-
cable environmental regulations and of the facility operations.
4. 5 Management Review -Establish and maintain a procedure for management review of
the EMS.
Guidance:
Reviews may include: (1) results from audits; (2) the extent to which objectives have
been met; (3) the continuing suitability of the environmental management system in
relation to changing conditions and information; (4) concerns amongst relevant inter-
ested parties. The reviews should be documented/recorded .
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APPENDIX B
INCENTIVE TABLE
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4I ELP Incentive Table
Use of ELP Logo and Leadership Yes Yes Logo available for recognition ELP X Award purposes.
Partnership with the state
Yes Yes Add comfort level for members ELP X and internal employees.
Invitation to Fall Recognition or Yes Yes Recognition ELP X similar event • Public Recognition Yes Yes Recognition ELP X
Provide press release and other Recognition and work to improve assistance on public/ Yes Yes ELP * communitv outreach needs external relationships.
Complementary registration to
leadership forums and/or re-Yes Yes Provide training ELP X duced fees for EMS training or
other related training sessions
Mentoring/ partnership/
Yes Yes Organize workgroup meetings ELP X networking opportunities.
Notice of rulemaking initia-Include members in the stake-
tions . holder process for regulatory
Yes Yes proposals • only those where a State * * stakeholder process is initi-
ated.
To the extent possible, assign
same permit writer and inspec-Assign same inspector for two or
tor for a site to ensure consis-Yes No three years. If requested by
State X tent inspection, interpretation leadership company, allow per-
and enforcement. mit writer to visit facility.
One-stop multi-media inspec-
tions One-stop visits. One-day inspec• -Yes No tions with combined report, State * * * where feasible.
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Priority permitting for modifi-Include leadership logo on forms
cations to the extent consfstent (cover letter) for easy identiflca-
with backlog reduction require-Yes No tion. ELP members will be "red
ments and other statutory liml• tagged" in Air Database.
tations.
Allow sites to comply with only
most stringent Leak Detection
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ments.
Expedited technical assistance.
Consolidated permitting -one
permit for all media.
Yes No
Yes No
Pilot No
Case-by-case. Title V sources
already allowed to streamline.
Streamline using most stringent
requirement. Requires policy
change, permit modification,
EPA approval through permitting
process?
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where practicable.
EMS as a permit. Compliance is
baseline. Must remain In compU•
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tory requirements.
State X X X
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'This table lists a variety of incentives potentially available to members of the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program. All optional
Incentives must be requested by ELP member .
.. Pending further discussion. CDPHE has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with EPA to work together on developln11 Incentives and other
program benefits.
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Date
November 21, 2016
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
Agenda Item
9bi
Subject
Colorado Environmental
Leadership Program -
Memorandum of
Understanding-2nd Readina
INITIATED BY STAFF SOURCE
Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant Dennis W. Stowe, Plant Manager
Jim Tallent, Treatment Division Manager
COUNCIL GOAL AND PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
There is no previous Council action for this item. The goal for this action is to approve a Memorandum of
Understanding for this program.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
The recommended action is to approve a bill for an ordinance, on second reading, a Memorandum of
A Understanding with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's Environmental
W Leadership Program.
BACKGROUND, ANALYSIS, ANO ALTERNATIVES IDENTIFIED
The Colorado Environmental Leadership Program (ELP) is a voluntary program that encourages and
rewards superior environmental performers that go beyond the requirements of environmental regulations
and move toward the goal of sustainability. The program is open to all Colorado businesses, industries,
offices, educational institutions, municipalities, government agencies, community, not-for-profit and other
organizations. Currently, the program consists of three tiers, Bronze, Silver and Gold. There is NO cost
to participate.
In 2016, the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant submitted an application to the ELP for
recognition as a Silver Partner, and was accepted at this level.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact of this program.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Program acceptance letter
Silver Partner Certificate
Press release
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
Date
November 7, 2016
INITIATED BY
Agenda Item
9ai
Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant
COUNCIL GOAL AND PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
STAFF SOURCE
Subject
Colorado Environmental
Leadership Program -
Memorandum of Understanding
Dennis W. Stowe, Plant Manager
Jim Tallent, Treatment Division Manager
There is no previous Council action for this item. The goal for this action is to approve a Memorandum of
Understanding for this program.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
The recommended action is to approve, by Ordinance, a Memorandum of Understanding with the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment's Environmental Leadership Program.
BACKGROUND, ANALYSIS, AND ALTERNATIVES IDENTIFIED
•
The Colorado Environmental Leadership Program (ELP) is a voluntary program that encourages and rewards
superior environmental performers that go beyond the requirements of environmental regulations and move toward
the goal of sustainability. The program is open to all Colorado businesses, industries, offices, educational institutions,
municipalities, government agencies, community, not-for-profit and other organizations. Currently, the program
consists of three tiers, Bronze, Silver and Gold. There is NO cost to participate.
In 2016, the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant submitted an application to the ELP for recognition as
a Silver Partner, and was accepted at this level.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact of this program.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Program acceptance letter
Silver Partner Certificate
Press release
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COLORADO
: Department of PubUc I Health fl Enviroiunent
DedJcated to pratecting and Improving the health afld environment of the people of Colorado
Mr. Dennis W. Stowl!
Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatmeot Plant
noo South Broadway
Littleton, CO 80122
8/31/16
Subject: Acceptance Into Colorado's Environmental Leadershtp Program
Dear Mr. Stowe:
It ts with great pleasure that I welcome Llttleton/Engtewood Wastewater Treatment Plant as a Silver
Partner to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's (the department), Environmental
Leadenhlp Program (program). Congratulations and thank you for the effort and dedication
Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant has brought to environmental Issues In Colorado.
The program Is about creating partnerships among businesses, governments and organizations. The goal Is
to foster good relationships, reward environmental performance and create a healthier, cleaner and more
sustainable Colorado. We look forward to working with Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant
In the coming year(s) to promote the type of commitment and environmental performance your ractllty
demonstrates on a dally basis.
Again, congratulations and welcome to th& program. I encourage you to contact Lynette Myers, Administrator of
the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program, at (303) 692·3◄77 or Lynette.Myers@state.co.us at any time with
questions you may have related to the program.
Sincerely,
cc: Dr. Larry Wolk, Executive Director Ii Chief Medical Officer, Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment
Jeff Lawrence, Director, Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability, Colorado Department of
Public Health and Environment
◄300 Cherry Creek Drives., Denver, CO 802◄6•1530 P 303-692-2000 www.colorado.gov/cdph1
John W. Hlckenlooper, Governor : Larry Wolk, MD, MSPH, Executive Director and Chief Medical Officer !AT
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Mark Salley, Communications Director I 303·692·2013 I mark .salley@state.co.us
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 4, 2016
169 Colorado companies to be recognized as environmental leaders
DENVER -The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment will recognize 169 companies
Oct. 5 for outstanding environmental achievements that help keep Colorado a desirable place to work
and live. The department, in partnership with the Pollution Prevention Advisory Board and the
Colorado Environmental Partnership, will present the 17th annual Environmental Leadership Awards at
the McNichols Civic Center Building • More than 400 government, business and community leaders are
expected to attend.
The awards recognize Colorado organizations with gold, silver and bronze designations for
voluntarily going beyond compliance with state and federal regulations and for their commitment to
continual environmental Improvement.
"We are proud to recognize all of Colorado's environmental leaders and work with them to reduce
barriers to innovation while protecting public health and the environment," said department Executive
Director and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Larry Wolk.
This year's program will recognize 15 new Gold Leaders, which join 90 other companies and
organizations already designated as Gold Leaders. The new Gold Leaders include Gates Company,
Prologis and Vail Public Library. There currently are 37 companies designated as Silver Partners and 27
companies designated as Bronze Achievers.
The 2016 24-Karat Gold Award winner will be named at the event. 24•Karat Gold Award winners are
individuals or teams, nominated by other Gold Leaders, who have gone above and beyond required job
duties to create and implement a program or initiative that made a measurable contribution to the
environment, the economy and society. The Colorado Environmental Leadership Program is open to all
Colorado businesses, industries, offices, educational institutions, municipalities, government agencies,
communities, nonprofits and other organizations.
For a complete list of organizations with gold, silver and bronze designations and summaries of
their environmental efforts, please contact Lynette Myers, Environmental Leadership Program
manager, at lynette.myers@state.co .us, or visit the department's Environmental Leadership Program
website.
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
Date
November 7, 2016
INITIATED BY
Agenda Item
9ai
Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant
COUNCIL GOAL AND PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
STAFF SOURCE
Subject
Colorado Environmental
Leadership Program -
Memorandum of Understandina
Dennis W. Stowe, Plant Manager
Jim Tallent, Treatment Division Manager
There is no previous Council action for this item. The goal for this action is to approve a Memorandum of
Understanding for this program.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
The recommended action is to approve, by Ordinance, a Memorandum of Understanding with the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment's Environmental Leadership Program.
BACKGROUND, ANALYSIS, AND ALTERNATIVES IDENTIFIED
he Colorado Environmental Leadership Program (ELP) is a voluntary program that encourages and rewards
superior environmental performers that go beyond the requirements of environmental regulations and move toward
the goal of sustainability. The program is open to all Colorado businesses, industries, offices, educational institutions,
municipalities, government agencies, community, not-for-profit and other organizations. Currently, the program
consists of three tiers, Bronze, Silver and Gold. There is NO cost to participate.
In 2016, the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant submitted an application to the ELP for recognition as
a Silver Partner, and was accepted at this level.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact of this program.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Program acceptance letter
Silver Partner Certificate
Press release